The Union Ministry of Coal has decided to set up a high-level monitoring committee to oversee the implementation of the Rs. 5940 crores revised Jharia Master Plan (JMP), aimed at tackling the century’s old coalfield fires in Jharkhand’s Dhanbad district and rehabilitating thousands of affected families. The decision, finalised through a letter by Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt to the Jharkhand Government, marks a renewed push to end one of India’s longest-running environmental crises. Also Read: Centre Approved Rs. 5940 Crore Jharia Master Plan for Safer, Fire-Free Future Panel to Supervise Implementation The committee, to be co-chaired by the Coal…
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The Jharkhand High Court has taken serious note of the alarming air pollution levels in Dhanbad and sought responses from Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL), Dhanbad Municipal Corporation, and the Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board. The division bench of Chief Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan and Justice Rajesh Shankar heard a Public Interest Litigation filed by Gramin Ekta Manch, raising concerns over deteriorating air quality and civic neglect in the coal city. Also Read: Jharkhand High Court Ordered State to Present PESA Rules by 9th October Court Sought Detailed Replies from Key Agencies During the hearing, the court directed all three…
The Jharkhand government has implemented the Jharkhand Municipal Path (Road) Tax Rules, 2025, which mandates a tax on all commercial vehicles entering the limits of municipal corporations, councils, and panchayats across the State. The move, aimed at generating municipal revenue, has drawn strong opposition from the trading community. The community termed it an unnecessary financial burden on traders and transporters. Also Read: Jharkhand Drafted New Land Allocation Policy for Industries, Sent for Cabinet Approval Traders Expressed Concern Over Additional Financial Burden In a formal letter to the State Government, Singhbhum Chamber President Vijay Anand Moonka and General Secretary Manav Kedia…
Hundreds of raiyats and displaced villagers from several revenue villages in Keredari block of Hazaribagh district gathered at Hewai Panchayat Bhavan on Sunday to protest against the proposed B&C North Coal Block project. The meeting, organized under the leadership of Zilla Parishad representative Niranjan Sahu and conducted by Karan Kushwaha, collective resolve not to give away agricultural land for mining to the Orrisa Alloy Steel Private Limited. The villagers said their forefathers had cultivated the land for generations and that it would continue to sustain their families in the future. Also Read: Balumath Gram Sabha Warned Brokers, Opposed NLC Land…
A late-night firing near Tori Railway Siding in Jharkhand’s Latehar district left one labourer injured when unidentified gunmen opened fire on workers engaged at the site. The injured, Gopal Prasad of Chandwa, sustained a bullet wound in his leg and was shifted from Latehar Sadar Hospital to RIMS, Ranchi for treatment. Also Read: Criminals Opened Fire at Saunda Coal Siding, Issued Extortion Warning Firing Incident Created Panic Among Workers According to preliminary reports, the attack occurred around midnight when a group of criminals arrived on motorcycles and opened indiscriminate fire on workers engaged at the siding. Around four rounds were…
The Dhanbad District Transport Department is set to issue a notice to Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) after discovering widespread irregularities in vehicles engaged in coal transportation across its mining areas. Acting on the direction of Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Magistrate Aditya Ranjan, the department has initiated a detailed verification drive against heavy vehicles operating under the company’s fleet. Also Read: Former BCCL CMD, Director Finance Charged in Rs. 1500 Crores Deviation Case 1500 Vehicles Under Scrutiny District Transport Officer (DTO) Diwakar C. Dwivedi confirmed that a digital audit was conducted through the JIMMS online portal, covering more than 1500 vehicles, ranging…
Jharkhand Headlines CM Hemant Soren Leaves for Delhi Ahead of Saranda Sanctuary Hearing Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren and his wife, Gandey MLA Kalpana Soren, left for Delhi on Sunday evening. The CM may meet legal experts regarding the Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary case, which is scheduled for hearing in the Supreme Court on 8th October. Several senior state officials are also expected to reach Delhi on Monday. Kolhan’s Mines to Open for Tourists Under New ‘Mine Tourism’ Plan The Jharkhand Tourism Department is planning to promote “Mine Tourism” in Kolhan by opening selected uranium, copper, gold, and iron ore mines…
Jharkhand Industrial, Mining and Governance Updates Welfare Officer Appointment Made Mandatory in Large Jharkhand Factories The Jharkhand Government has made it mandatory for all factories employing 500 or more workers to appoint a Welfare Officer recognised by the Labour Department through the Shramadhan portal. So far, 65 officers have been approved. These officers will ensure worker welfare and act as a bridge between management and authorities. Jharkhand May Host India’s First Small Nuclear Reactor Jharkhand could soon join select states hosting Small Modular Nuclear Reactors (SMR), with Reliance, Adani, Tata Power, JSW, Hindalco, and Jindal Steel identifying sites. The 220…
A 27-year-old contract worker, injured in the 28th September molten metal accident at Bokaro Steel Plant’s Steel Melting Shop-2, died during treatment at Bokaro General Hospital on 03rd October. Identified as Brajesh Mahtha from Dumudih village in Chandankiyari, he succumbed to severe burns six days after the mishap. His death sparked grief and anger, drawing villagers, union leaders and political representatives to the hospital. Also Read: Fire Broke Out Again in Bokaro Steel Melting Shop, Four Workers Injured Public Anger, Political Reaction News of Mahtha’s death led to a large gathering of villagers and Mahtha community members at the hospital.…
Jharkhand & National News — Roundup Business Jharkhand Exclusive Alka Tiwari Appointed as Jharkhand State Election Commissioner Retired IAS officer Alka Tiwari has been appointed as Jharkhand’s State Election Commissioner for a four-year term, subject to the age limit of 65. A 1988-batch officer, she retired as Chief Secretary on September 30. She follows her husband, ex-CS D.K. Tiwari, who earlier held the same post. She will now oversee long-pending panchayat and municipal elections. Aditya Sahu Appointed BJP Jharkhand Working President BJP has named Rajya Sabha MP Aditya Sahu as the new working president of its Jharkhand unit, replacing Ravindra…